Nutrition

​Cabbage may be a secret weapon in helping prevent prostate cancer. In one study, men who ate 3 or more servings (1 cup raw or ½ cup cooked) of cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and kale a week had a 41% lower risk of prostate cancer compared to men who ate less than 1 serving of these vegetables a week. Red cabbage is rich in anthocyanins which help to lower inflammation, reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.

When choosing bread, go for whole grains. Whole grains are rich in zinc, a mineral that plays a role in regulating mood. Depression is one of the symptoms of zinc deficiency.

Poultry and whole grains contain selenium, a mineral that helps boost the immune system. Choosing foods that are rich in selenium may be beneficial for preventing and fighting prostate cancer, but taking selenium supplements isn't recommended.

Lycopene is an antioxidant found in tomatoes that increased when tomatoes are cooked and processes to make tomato sauce or paste. Lycopene may help boost the immune system and reduce "lousy" LDL cholesterol levels. Eating lycopene-rich foods may lower prostate cancer risk